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Endocrine-disrupting chemicals such as bisphenols, phthalates, and pesticides, which can disrupt hormone biosynthesis, metabolism, or action, are pervasive in our food chain. |
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Tackling hypertension at the primary health level key to reducing preventable deaths
Washington D.C. 16 May 2025 (PAHO) – While countries of the Americas continue to make progress towards the prevention and control of hypertension, on the eve of World Hypertension Day, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) calls for more to be done at the primary health care level to tackle this principal risk factor for cardiovascular… 05/17/2025
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Health leaders from the Americas and around the world gather at the 78th World Health Assembly with a call for unity in health
May 16, 2025 – The 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78) will take place from May 19 to 27 in Geneva, Switzerland, bringing together global health authorities, including health ministers from the Americas, to discuss a key agenda for global health.Under the theme “One World for Health”, delegates meeting at the Palais des Nations are expected to… 05/16/2025
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One World for Health: The Seventy-eighth World Health Assembly convenes from 19 to 27 May 2025
The Seventy-eighth session of the World Health Assembly (WHA78) will convene from 19 to 27 May 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland, under the theme “One World for Health”. 05/16/2025
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Whether it’s crushed ice, a chilled gel pack or frozen corn, you’ve got options 05/16/2025
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Inactivity increases your risk of aches, pains and chronic diseases 05/16/2025
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This child development strategy is all about meeting your child where they are 05/16/2025
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When worn incorrectly, contacts can cause or worsen dry eye symptoms 05/16/2025
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Experts meet to discuss advances in wastewater and environmental surveillance in Latin American and the Caribbean
Panama City, Panama, 12 May 2025 – The promotion of wastewater and environmental surveillance (WES) as essential tools for public health preparedness and response was top of the agenda at the GLOWACON Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean, which concluded last Friday in Panama City.The two-day conference, co-organised by the… 05/15/2025
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Washington, D.C., 15 May 2025 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) released its 2024 annual report documenting its work to strengthen health security across the Americas amid infectious disease outbreaks, the Region’s heavy reliance on imported vaccines and pharmaceuticals, and persistent systemic inequities.Throughout the year,… 05/15/2025
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WHO published its World health statistics report 2025, revealing the deeper health impacts caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on loss of lives, longevity and overall health and well-being. In just two years, between 2019 and 2021, global life expectancy fell by 1.8 years—the largest drop in recent history— reversing a decade of health gains. Increased levels of anxiety and depression linked to COVID-19 reduced global healthy life expectancy by 6 weeks—erasing most of the gains made from lower mortality due to noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) during the same period. 05/15/2025
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As we make this transition to the new leadership team, I want to express my sincere appreciation for the remarkable contributions of those colleagues who will be leaving their executive management positions on 16 June 2025. 05/15/2025
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Preservative-free lubricating drops, a humidifier, sunglasses and preventive medications can help with dry eyes, no matter the season 05/16/2025
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The risk of famine in Gaza is increasing with the deliberate withholding of humanitarian aid, including food, in the ongoing blockade. 05/12/2025
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WHO Results Report 2024 shows health progress across regions overcoming critical challenges
The World Health Organization (WHO) Results Report 2024, shows progress on global health goals, even in times of growing financial uncertainties. 05/12/2025
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Washington D.C. 12 May 2025 (PAHO) – Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, has warned countries of the Americas that more must be done to train and retain nurses. The call follows the release of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) State of the World’s Nursing Report 2025, which shows that the number of nursing… 05/12/2025
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Since October, Ontario has recorded more than 1,400 measles cases linked to an outbreak that began at a large gathering with guests from Mennonite communities in New Brunswick. 05/09/2025
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That brings the province’s tally of probable and confirmed cases to 1,440 since an outbreak began in October. 05/08/2025
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The Ford government was forced to pay back 353 claims after supply issues for palliative and home care patients which came after it awarded a new medical contract. 05/06/2025
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She, and other organ recipients, are now pushing Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government to change a law in order to help others in similar situations. 05/05/2025